Tao Wisdom for Modern Living
According to the Five Elements theory, the Metal phase corresponds to old age when we begin to adopt certain traits of the Metal Element which expresses itself in condensation, contraction, reduction, organization and order.
You can use the power of visualization to achieve your goals and create the life that you desire.
According to the Five Elements theory, the Earth era corresponds to mid-life. Earth energy is the energy of nourishment and balance. Naturally, when we are in the Earth era of life, we tend to be more mature and stable than ever.
What we imagine in our minds is a reality in itself. When we imagine something, we create something. Imagination is creation.
According to the Five Elements theory, we are governed by the flourishing energy of the Fire Element in our youth days.
We are the creators of our own lives. With this in mind, we can start asserting our power over our lives. We can bring more consciousness into our habitual thoughts, emotions, and conduct.
The Wood phase of human life is childhood through early adolescence. When we are in the Wood era, there is a rise of Wood energy in our system to seek growth and development.
Look at other people as a mirror. They reflect back to us what we carry in our inner space and how we treat ourselves.
Start viewing people around you as a mirror of your inner space and heal your unpleasant relationships with other people.
Signs of Yin deficiency are dry skin, dry eyes, hot flashes, irritability, dizziness, vertigo, restlessness, sleeping problems, while sings of Yang deficiency are continuous lethargy, a lack of energy, cold extremities, a low sexual drive, poor circulation and a need for excessive sleep.